The moment of finding a fellow-creature is often as full of mingled doubt and exultation, as the moment of finding an idea.

Each thought is a nail that is driven In structures that cannot decay; And the mansion at last will be given To us as we build it each day.

in certain crises direct expression of sympathy is the least possible to those who most feel sympathy.

I should like to know what is the proper function of women, if it is not to make reasons for husbands to stay at home, and still stronger reasons for bachelors to go out.

Perhaps the most delightful friendships are those in which there is much agreement, much disputation, and yet more personal liking.

Childhood is only the beautiful and happy time in contemplation and retrospect: to the child it is full of deep sorrows, the meaning of which is unknown.

Oh, child, men's men: gentle or simple, they're much of a muchness.